{"podcast":{"title":"Ash Said It® Show","slug":"ash-said-it-show-219659","podcast_index_feed_id":219659,"rss_url":"https://www.spreaker.com/show/1213325/episodes/feed","website_url":"http://www.ashsaidit.com","image_url":"https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/4b6bdbc8ff005697ae05f4431fb0f642.jpg","author":"Ash Brown","episode_count":1000,"summary":"Welcome to the show where I keep it 100 on everything from entrepreneurship and lifestyle to the wildest parts of pop culture. With over 2200+ episodes and 700,000 streams under my belt, The Ash Said It Show is all about that perfect mix of high energy and real talk. I took the brand my mom Donna Theresa inspired and turned it into a global hangout for anyone who wants to level up while having a blast. Think of it as your daily dose of \"All Things Creative.\" One day I might be geeking out over 80s nostalgia or the best matcha latte in Atlanta, and the next I am sitting down with a visionary leader to talk about how to actually win in business. It is fun, it is insightful, and it is always authentic. I have spent years building a community that celebrates the grind but also knows how to enjoy the journey. Whether you are a fellow entrepreneur, a fan of \"Within The Hummingbird,\" or just someone looking for a fresh perspective, I am here to help you navigate life with a little extra flair. Grab your favorite snack, tune in, and let’s get into it. This isn't just a podcast—it’s a whole vibe. To stay up-to-date with Ash's latest interviews and content, visit her website at http://www.A…","last_synced_at":"2026-06-23T12:20:42.868447+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/ash-said-it-show-219659"},"episode":{"title":"Episode 2186 - CatPAWS: Cat Rescue & Welfare in Seal Beach, CA","slug":"episode-2186-catpaws-cat-rescue-welfare-in-seal-beach-ca","published_at":"2026-04-03T14:24:33+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/ash-said-it-show-219659/episode-2186-catpaws-cat-rescue-welfare-in-seal-beach-ca","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/ash-said-it-show-219659","url":"https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-2186-catpaws-cat-rescue-welfare-in-seal-beach-ca--71083416","audio_url":"https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/71083416/podcast_1775000178.mp3","summary":"In a timely and heartwarming segment of The Ash Said It Show, host Ash Brown sits down with Deborah from Helen Sanders CatPAWS to discuss the urgent needs of the feline community during Peak Kitten Season. As shelters reach capacity, the organization is championing a unique movement this May: embracing \"Cat Stepmom\" energy for Mother's Day. 🌸 The Mother’s Day Mission: Saving Lives Through Fostering While traditional Mother's Day celebrations focus on permanent bonds, Helen Sanders CatPAWS is highlighting the life-saving power of the \"temporary parent.\" Deborah explains that becoming a kitten foster—or a \"Cat Stepmom\"—is one of the most effective ways to combat euthanasia rates in public shelters. The Commitment: Fostering typically lasts only a few weeks until kittens are old enough for adoption. The Experience: It involves welcoming a \"tiny chaotic dependent\" into your home, providing socialization, and ensuring they are healthy. The Reward: While \"100% getting attached\" is a common side effect, the transition of a foster kitten to a forever home is a profound contribution to animal welfare. 📉 Why Fosters are Urgently Needed Right Now \"Kitten Season\" refers to the time of year (typically spring through autumn) when feline births spike, overwhelming local rescue systems. Shelter Overflow: Organizations like Helen Sanders CatPAWS work tirelessly to pull at-risk cats from public facilities in Seal Beach, Long Beach, and North Orange County. The Bottleneck: The number of cats rescued is directly limited by the number of available foster homes. Call to Action: Deborah emphasizes that no experience is necessary; CatPAWS provides the support and \"Kitten Care Kits\" needed to succeed. 🏠 About Helen Sanders CatPAWS Based in Seal Beach, CA, Helen Sanders CatPAWS is a 4-star Char…","meta_description":"In a timely and heartwarming segment of The Ash Said It Show, host Ash Brown sits down with Deborah from Helen Sanders CatPAWS to discuss the urgent needs…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":675,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/ash-said-it-show-219659/episodes/episode-2186-catpaws-cat-rescue-welfare-in-seal-beach-ca/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/ash-said-it-show-219659/episode-2186-catpaws-cat-rescue-welfare-in-seal-beach-ca.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}